<p>POSITION TITLE: Buyer</p> <p>REPORTS TO: VP of Supply Chain</p> <p>CLASSIFICATION: Salary</p> <p>Overview:</p> <p>Alinabal is a precision manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial markets. Our success is built on a commitment to quality, consistency, and strong customer partnerships. Every employee plays a direct role in the company's growth, and we value the contributions each person brings to our team. As the organization continues to grow, Alinabal remains focused on fostering a collaborative environment where employees are supported in their work and provided with opportunities to develop and advance their careers.</p> <p>The Buyer plays an important role in ensuring materials, components, and services are in place to meet production schedules and customer needs. This role is responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing and terms, maintaining inventory levels, and supporting the overall stability of Alinabal's supply chain. The Buyer works closely with internal teams including planning, production, engineering, quality, and finance, contributing both to daily operations and long-term business objectives.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Manage the procurement of raw materials, components, services, and supplies to support production schedules and operational needs. </li><li>Issue and manage purchase orders from creation through delivery, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with production requirements. </li><li>Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contract details with suppliers while maintaining quality and delivery standards. </li><li>Build and maintain supplier relationships, identifying alternate sources when needed to support business continuity and reduce risk. </li><li>Collaborate with planning, production, engineering, quality, and finance teams to ensure proper coordination of purchasing activities. </li><li>Monitor supplier performance and proactively address any delivery, quality, or service issues. </li><li>Conduct regular inventory reviews to maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess or obsolete stock. </li><li>Support supplier audits, evaluations, and corrective actions as necessary. </li><li>Partner with finance to resolve invoice variances and maintain purchasing records. </li><li>Stay informed on market conditions, material pricing trends, and supplier capabilities that may impact procurement decisions. </li><li>Support company goals related to cost control, quality, operational performance, and continuous improvement. </li><li>Responsible for follow-up and tracking of all work orders, purchase orders, and outside processes, reporting any past due items or delays to the Purchasing Manager and appropriate personnel. </li><li>Generate timely status reports to keep departments apprised of current product requirement status. </li><li>Perform additional responsibilities as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Skills and Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. </li><li>2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting. </li><li>Experience with ERP/MRP systems; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. </li><li>Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. </li><li>Ability to analyze data, manage competing priorities, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment. </li><li>Familiarity with ISO standards, ITAR compliance, and regulated industry procurement preferred. </li><li>Proven ability to work cross-functionally while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and follow-through. </li><li>Professional, dependable, and committed to contributing to both team and company success. </li></ul> <p>Other Details:</p> <ul> <li>Work Environment: Primarily office-based with regular visits to the shop floor. May involve exposure to manufacturing conditions including noise and machinery. </li><li>Physical Demands: Primarily office work, with occasional light lifting (up to 25 pounds). </li><li>Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, with occasional extended hours. </li><li>Travel: Minimal travel may be required. </li></ul> <p>The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.</p> <p>The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.</p> <p>Alinabal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.</p> <p>Job Type: Full-time</p> <p>Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year</p> <p>Benefits:</p> <ul> <li>401(k) </li><li>401(k) matching </li><li>Dental insurance </li><li>Health insurance </li><li>Life insurance </li><li>Paid time off </li><li>Vision insurance </li></ul> <p>Schedule:</p> <ul> <li>8 hour shift </li><li>Day shift </li><li>Monday to Friday </li><li>Weekends as needed </li></ul> <p>Work Location: In person</p>